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Discovering an unknown passion ... unearthing joy and creativity It is never too late to find your passion. Helen Sher started taking art classes at age 60 when she attended a woodworking class at Cardinal Stritch. Helen Sher, daughter to…

Each year, Ovation Jewish Home welcomes a healthcare administration student from the University of Wisconsin -Eau Claire to serve as an Administrator in Training (AIT). The position entails learning the ins-and-outs of management in Long Term Care through practical, hands-on…

Thank you to everyone who attended The Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation's In-Ovation Annual Luncheon event honoring the legacy of Helen Daniels Bader and the 25th Anniversary of Ovation's Helen Bader Center. …

Join us for the unveiling of Joel Pfeiffer’s newest sculpture “WHEN SPIRIT SPEAKS” the first in his new GATEWAY series. Pfeiffer’s sculptures came to Ovation Sarah Chudnow on May 25 and will be on display until July 17, the sculptures…

Nita Corré March 11, 1938 — May 25, 2018 In loving memory of Nita, who more than anyone in our 112 year history, took it upon herself to ensure that our mission would continue for generation after generation. She came to the Jewish Home as…

Over the past two decades, mindfulness has gained increasing popularity and has been proposed as a potentially useful practice for an array of health conditions. The connection between the mind and body lies at the heart of mindfulness, which makes…

Intergenerational programs have become widely implemented and praised for their positive impact on older generations. But there is growing evidence that children, and the broader community as a whole, are benefiting just as much. Research out of Stanford University emphasizes…

The transition between living independently at home to a senior living community doesn’t have to be one size fits all. To ensure a smooth and comfortable journey, Ovation Communities’ Adult Day Services provides options that meet the unique physical, emotional…

The volunteer program at Ovation Communities began 110 years ago and is still thriving today as community members donate their time to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Volunteers take on important day-to-day work, but just as…

Ovation Communities is proud to have participated again in the 2018 Community Passover Food Drive (Ma’ot Chittim). The community’s donations and willingness to lend a hand gave us the ability to serve over 500 community members in preparations for the…